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Rabbit Rescue Aotearoa, Auckland (2025)

26/06/2025

A Special Update From RRA 🐰💛

Today, we said goodbye to six of our sweet rescue bunnies as they left our care and hopped toward their next chapter. 🧳✨
Five of these precious buns were lovingly transferred to trusted hands to continue their journey toward loving forever homes, and one was adopted into a wonderful new family.

Every goodbye is bittersweet — but knowing they’re safe, loved, and one step closer to where they belong fills our hearts with hope. 💫🐾

Thank you to everyone who supports our work — every share, donation, and kind word helps make these moments possible. 💖

Goodbye to momma Lola, Pearl,Cinnamon, Marshmallow, Willow and Grayson.

We miss you very much ❤️

26/06/2025

🎉 Grayson (Kevin) Has Found His Forever Home! 🐰💛

We're thrilled to share that our sweet rescue rabbit Grayson has officially been adopted! This gentle boy now has a loving forever home where he’ll be cherished and cared for.

A heartfelt thank you to Saffron for opening your heart and home to one of our precious bunnies. Your kindness helps us continue our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need.

Wishing Grayson and his new family a lifetime of cuddles, binkies, and happy bunny days! 🐾

15/06/2025

🖤🐰 How to Trim Your Rabbit's Nails Without Harming the Quick! ✂️🐾

Keeping your bunny’s nails trimmed is part of being a great bun parent — but did you know that cutting too far can cause pain and bleeding?

💡 The “quick” is the blood vessel inside your rabbit’s nail. Cutting into it hurts your bun and may cause bleeding. Here's how to avoid it:

✅ For clear nails: You’ll see a pink line — that’s the quick. Only trim the tip beyond it.
✅ For dark nails (like in the photo below): Shine a torch underneath to spot the quick. If unsure, just snip 1–2mm off the end!

📌 Tip: If you see a small dark dot in the middle of the clipped nail — stop! That means you’re close to the quick.

🧰 Always keep styptic powder or cornstarch on hand to stop bleeding just in case.

🩵 Need help trimming your rabbit’s nails. Message us — we’re happy to help!

10/06/2025

🐰🌿 Natural Flea Spray for Bunnies
Rabbit-safe | Chemical-free | Rescue-friendly

Looking for a gentle, natural way to help your rabbit stay flea-free this season? Here’s a homemade spray using ingredients you may already have at home — safe for buns when used carefully.

🧴 Bunny Grooming Spray Recipe:
Mix the following in a clean spray bottle (500ml size):

✔ 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
✔ 1 tsp fresh aloe vera gel (straight from the plant if possible)
✔ 2 tsp lemon juice
✔ Top up with 500ml cool, filtered water

🧽 Shake gently before use. Lightly mist your bunny’s fur, avoiding eyes, nose, and ge****ls. Groom through with a soft flea comb. Use once daily as needed. Always patch test on a small area first.

🛏️ Bedding Spray (for litter trays, hutches, mats, blankets):
✔ Mix ½ tsp apple cider vinegar into 1L of water
✔ Lightly spray on cleaned, dry bedding — let it dry before bun returns

🚫 Important Reminders:

Never spray directly into eyes or near face

Not a substitute for vet care if infestation is severe

Suitable for mild flea management and prevention in healthy rabbits

🌿 Why it works:

Apple cider vinegar helps repel fleas naturally

Aloe vera soothes skin and adds shine to the coat

Lemon juice is antibacterial and deodorising

🐾 Chemical-free, bunny-friendly — made with love 💛

02/06/2025

🐰✨ From Newborn Kit to Forever Home ✨🐰
Charlie has Been Adopted!

We are overjoyed to announce that Snuggles has officially hopped into the arms of his new forever family! 💖🏡

Born into rescue, Charlie has been with us since he was a tiny, vulnerable newborn kit — eyes closed, ears flat, completely dependent. We’ve watched him grow day by day, from snuggling in the nest to confidently exploring the world with his gentle, curious nature. 🐇🌿

Now, he begins a brand-new chapter in a home full of love, warmth, and bunny-safe adventures. 🥰

To everyone who supported his journey, thank you. Your kindness makes miracles like this possible. 💕

Go well, little Charlie — we’ll miss you, but our hearts are full knowing you’re exactly where you belong. 💫 Our volunteer Saffron who cared for you will miss you.

23/05/2025

A Huge Thank You to Trish from Karaka!

💛🐇 Sponsor Appreciation Post 🐇💛

We’re beyond grateful to Trish from Karaka for becoming a special sponsor for our rescued Baby Hare – the only survivor of his litter.

Thanks to her incredible generosity, his food, milk formula, and care supplies are fully covered. This kind of support is life-changing for our little ones and helps us continue to give them the very best start in life.

Your kindness, Trish, truly makes a difference – from bottle feeds to soft bedding and growing greens, he's thriving because of you!

From all of us at Rabbit Rescue Aotearoa – thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

20/05/2025

🌿 A Huge Thank You to Manwar from Burswood! 🌿

We're incredibly grateful to Manwar for the generous donation of fresh parsley and mint for our rescue bunnies! 🐰💚

Our rabbits are absolutely loving the abundance of these fragrant herbs. Not only are they delicious, they’re also packed with goodness:

Rich in Vitamins & Minerals – Support immune health, bone strength, and overall vitality

Aids Digestion – Gentle on bunny tummies and supports healthy gut function

Freshens Breath – Mint is a natural breath freshener that bunnies enjoy

Natural Enrichment – Chewing herbs keeps rabbits mentally stimulated and helps wear down teeth

Parsley and mint can be fed 2–3 times per week as part of a varied diet that includes unlimited hay, fresh water, and a mix of leafy greens (see more at bunnyvet.co.nz).

Thank you, Manwar, for your kindness and support. Our buns are thriving thanks to people like you!

— The Rabbit Rescue Aotearoa Team

20/05/2025

Meet Lola – A Brave Young Mama Ready for Her Forever Home!

Adoption Fee: $195
(Includes desexing, vaccination, microchip, flea treatment, nail trim & NZCAR registration)

This beautiful doe is Lola, the sweet mama of our recent baby kits. Rescued on 28th January 2025 at just 5 months old, Lola is now nearly 9 months old and has blossomed into a gentle, curious young rabbit.

At the time of rescue, she was raised outdoors and very timid, often running away. But with love and time, Lola has become socialised and much calmer when picked up.

About Lola:
🐰 Age: Almost 9 months
🏡 Raised outdoors, now used to gentle handling
🚽 Litter trained and free-roam friendly
🥬 Loves her pellets and fresh leafy greens
🤍 Approaches people kindly and gently
🏃‍♀️ Enjoys exploring safe indoor spaces

Health & Care:
✅ Flea treated
✅ Nail trimmed
✅ Microchipped & NZCAR registered
✅ Will be desexed & vaccinated before adoption

🏠 Indoor or Safe Outdoor Homes Considered
Rabbit Rescue Aotearoa prefers indoor homes but will approve secure outdoor setups with the following:

Indoor Setup Requirements:
✔ Minimum 3m x 2m safe space
✔ Covered pen or secure area with litter tray & hay
✔ Bedding, hideouts, tunnels & toys
✔ Photo or video proof of setup
✔ Lifetime commitment to indoor care, vaccinations & desexing

Outdoor Setup Must Include:
✔ Large weatherproof hutch attached to a secure run
✔ Pet enclosure with full protection from predators
✔ Tunnels, hideouts, enrichment & toys
✔ Daily supervised interaction and free-roam time
✔ Commitment to regular health checks & vaccinations

What Lola Needs to Start Indoors:
• Pet Enclosed Pen – $65 (Kmart)
• Covered Playpen – $25 (Kmart)
• Cat Litter Dual Entry $55 (Kmart) x 2 or Underbed Storage Bins + paper/Pine litter
• Ceramic food/water bowls
• Unlimited Timothy hay
• Rabbit pellets & leafy greens
• Fleece bedding, hideouts, tunnels & toys
• Small handheld vacuum – $65 (Kmart)

🌿 Safe Green Leafy Plants for Rabbits:

1. Kale – in moderation (high in calcium)

2. Dandelion greens – foraged fresh or dried

3. Plantain (broadleaf) – excellent forage herb

4. Clover (leaves) – white or red, use sparingly

5. Puha / Sow Thistle (Sonchus spp.) – a favourite forage green

6. Parsley – rich and fragrant, feed occasionally

7. Bok choy leaves – mild and rabbit-safe

8. Mint leaves – freshens breath and aids digestion

9. Rocket / Arugula – peppery, feed in small amounts

10. Coriander / Cilantro – most rabbits love the flavour

Lola Loves:
🥬 Fresh greens & pellets
🛋️ Exploring calm, quiet spaces
🐾 Gentle routines and kind voices
🧺 Soft bedding and hidey holes

📝 Apply to Adopt Lola Now:
👉 Adoption Form

🤝 Interested in Fostering?
👉 Foster Application

💗 Donate to Support Lola’s Care:
Pawsitive Rescue
BNZ: 01-0190-0581888-00
Ref: RRA
Or online:
👉 Stripe Donation Link

💛 Can’t Adopt or Foster? You Can Still Help!
• Sponsor Lola’s care: $10/week or $150 once-off
• Fund a full "Comfy Cove" setup: $200
• Donate Lucerne hay or bunny supplies
• SHARE this post and tag friends, foster networks, or local rescues.

📍 Located in Pakuranga, Auckland

Let’s find this precious mama the loving home she’s waited for!

Thank you for helping us help Lola.
— The Rabbit Rescue Aotearoa Team 🐰✨🌿🏡💖

10/05/2025

Updated 18/05/2025

🚨 URGENT: Home or Foster Needed for Scotty, Snuggle, Charlie & Pearl!
We must free up housing space immediately to help more in need.

🐰 Four Laid-Back Bunnies Looking for Safety & Love
DOB: Jan 28, 2025 (16 weeks old)
Location: Pakuranga, Auckland
Adoption Fee: $195 each
(Includes desexing, first vaccination, flea treatment, nail trim, microchip & NZCAR registration)

Meet the Crew:
Snuggle, Scotty, Charlie & Pearl are calm, short-haired siblings raised with cats, a dog.
They’re not lap bunnies—but they’ll happily lounge quietly beside you on the couch or bed. They thrive in peaceful homes with gentle routines.

They Are:
✅ Litter trained
✅ Free-roam friendly
✅ Gentle & low-maintenance
✅ Short-haired – no brushing needed
❌ Not suitable for frequent handling – they like affection on their terms. They are gentle when picked up when held against your chest.

🏠 Indoor or Safe Outdoor Homes Considered
Rabbit Rescue Aotearoa prefers indoor homes but will approve secure outdoor setups with the following:

Indoor Setup Requirements:
✔ Minimum 3m x 2m safe space
✔ Covered pen or secure area with litter tray & hay
✔ Bedding, hideouts, tunnels & toys
✔ Photo or video proof of setup
✔ Lifetime commitment to indoor care, vaccinations & desexing

Outdoor Setup Must Include:
✔ Large weatherproof hutch attached to secure run
✔ Pet Enclosure
✔ Tunnels, hideouts, enrichment & toys
✔ Daily supervised interaction and safe free-roam time
✔ Commitment to health checks & vaccinations

Need help planning your setup?
🔗 BunnyVet NZ Setup Guide
🔗 SPCA Rabbit Enrichment Guide

What They Need For Indoors basic startup:
• Pet Pen – $65 (Kmart)
• Playpen – $25 (Kmart – must be covered) with Fleece Blanket and bedding.
• Litter trays + paper litter
• Ceramic food/water bowls
• Unlimited Lucerne hay
• Oxbow Young Rabbit pellets & leafy greens
• Fleece bedding, hideouts, tunnels, toys
• Small handheld vacuum – $65 (Kmart)

They Love:
🥬 Fresh greens & pellets
🛋️ Quiet cuddle time
🌾 Calm spaces to relax
🐾 Gentle voices & kind hearts

📝 Apply to Adopt Now:
👉 Adoption Form

🤝 URGENT Fosters Needed!
👉 Foster Application

💛 Can’t Adopt or Foster? You Can Still Help!
• Sponsor one of their care costs: $10/week or $150 once-off
• Fund a full “Comfy Cove” setup: $200
• Donate Lucerne hay or bunny supplies
• SHARE this post and tag friends, foster networks, or local rescues

💗 Donate to Support Their Care:
Pawsitive Rescue
BNZ: 01-0190-0581888-00
Ref: RRA
Or online:
👉 Stripe Donation Link

Let’s find Scotty, Snuggle, Charlie & Pearl the peaceful homes or loving fosters they urgently deserve.
Thank you for helping us help them.

— The Rabbit Rescue Aotearoa Team
🐰 🚨 🏡 🛋️ 🌿 🧺 💝 🐾

10/05/2025

Aroha in Action – Thank You, Shirley Kate!
🐰✨✉️

We want to highlight a message we received from Shirley Kate, who shared our team leader’s response to a found rabbit.

Her message reminded us how important it is to know what to do when you see a roaming bunny. Here’s a helpful guide:

🌙 Did you know?

Rabbits are Crepuscular, which means they are most active during dawn and dusk. These twilight hours are when they naturally come out to eat, explore, and play.
What to Do If You See a Healthy Rabbit Outside:

1. 🌳 Gently tap the ground with a stick.
– A free-roaming rabbit may thump its feet and head back in the direction of home.

2. 🔍 If the rabbit seems lost or lingers too long:
– Stay low and calm — rabbits are quick and easily spooked.
– Capturing a rabbit takes time and patience.

3. 🧺 If you catch the rabbit:
– Place it in a cat carrier with:
• A cozy blanket
• Fresh hay, or in an emergency: long grass (pesticide-free) and leafy greens
• A small bowl of water
– Cover the carrier with a towel to reduce anxiety.

4. 🤖 Take it to be scanned for a microchip:
– Head to your nearest vet or:
• VSA – Veterinary Specialists Auckland (Sylvia Park)
• Manukau After Hours Vet Care

Need help catching or transporting a rabbit?
✉️ [email protected]
📞 Team Leader: 022 544 2881

Ngā mihi nui, RRA Team

Thank you for your compassion and for helping us protect our furry friends.

Together, we’re creating a safer Aotearoa for everybun.

06/05/2025

Welcome to the Team, Saffron!

Rabbit Rescue Aotearoa is thrilled to welcome Saffron to our rescue whānau!
🐇🌿

Thank you so much for stepping in to care for the daily cleaning 🧹 grooming, and care needs 🥕 of our rescue rabbits. Your kindness, dedication, and gentle touch mean the world to us — and to our bunnies. 🐰💕

Having you on the team brings such a huge relief and support. We’re so grateful for your time and heart. 🙌🏼✨

Ngā mihi nui and welcome aboard!
— The Rabbit Rescue Aotearoa Team
🌸🐾❤️

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